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Desk Assistant - Student Success
Job in
Fairmont, Marion County, West Virginia, 26554, USA
Listed on 2026-06-26
Listing for:
Fairmont State University
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-26
Job specializations:
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Administrative/Clerical
Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Admin Assistant, Education Administration, Office Assistant
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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Posting Details
Posting Detail Information
Student
Requisition Number 2027022
STP Job Title Welcome Desk Assistant - Student Success Number of Positions Available 4 Funded by Federal Workstudy only Yes Description of
Job Duties and Responsibilities
The Welcome Desk Assistant serves as the primary point of contact for the Office of Student Success in the Turley Center, providing exceptional customer service and administrative support to students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
Responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:
* Greeting and assisting students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors in a friendly and professional manner.
* Answering telephone calls, directing inquiries, and providing accurate information regarding Student Success services.
* Supporting the areas of Welcome Desk, Retention, Student Support & Outreach, Financial Aid, and Admissions Services.
* Performing general clerical duties including data entry, scanning, filing, copying, and mail distribution.
* Assisting with appointment scheduling, visitor check-in, and office coordination.
* Supporting campus events, including setup, check-in, and post-event tasks.
* Maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming front desk environment.
* Ensuring confidentiality of student information in compliance with FERPA regulations.
* Communicating student concerns or needs to appropriate Student Success staff.
* Assisting students with account-related questions, mail processing and distribution, document management, and other administrative functions in support of Student Success operations.
* Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
* Customer service oriented with strong interpersonal communication skills.
* Ability to maintain professionalism, punctuality, and reliability.
* Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
* Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to university policies, including FERPA.
* Must wear appropriate work attire consistent with university expectations.
Notes to Applicant Student Appointment Length Academic Year Base Hourly Rate $12.00-$15.00 Quicklink for Posting
Department/Supervision
Department Student Success Employment Location Main Campus Position will report to (title) Associate Director of Retention Initatives
Recruitment/Advertising
Anticipated Hire Date August 18, 2025 Job Posting Date 06/24/2026 Job Close Date 08/29/2026
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